Which Statement Regarding Hybrid Orbitals and Molecular Shape Is FALSE

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding hybrid orbitals and molecular shape is FALSE?

• A)Atomic orbitals form hybrid orbitals with regions of electron density at specific angles around the nucleus.
• B)Hybrid orbitals are mathematical combinations of the wave functions of atomic orbitals.
• C)Hybrid orbitals generally have electron density at angles that minimize electron repulsions and maximize orbital overlap when bonding occurs.
• D)Hybridization can involve atomic orbitals that are occupied or unoccupied by electrons.
• E)Atomic orbitals on different atoms mix to form hybrid orbitals at angles that minimize repulsions.

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